LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 15 September 1924, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Stevenson’s Hotel, Reef ton, superior accommodation, and booking office for Newman Bros., motor services to Westport, Nelson and Blenheim. — Advt.

About 40 young men, members of the Y.M.G.A. Christchurch, intend taking a walking tour to Punukaiki during the Christmas holidays. This affords some evidence that the scenic beauties of the West Coast are attracting the attention of outsiders.

Mr Marshall, Officer in charge of the Tourist Department, Grey mouth, advises that the Milford track will be open from November 1 till April 30, 1925. The usual date for opening is December 1. A considerably increased muster will, it is expectea, make the trip south, via Milford during the coming holiday season.

Special value for one week only. — 50in white and cream Curtain Nets. Usually 3/6 yard. Special price 2/9 yard.—McGruer’s, Greymouth, Reelton and Hokitika. —Advt.

Messrs Winsor and Gow, of the Canterbury Education Board, paid an official visit to the Main and Blaketown Schools this morning. They were accompanied by several members of the local Committee, and also Mr G. Bignell, the Board’s Foreman. They motored up country later, continuing their tour of inspection.

A reduction in the retail price of milk in Auckland is announced by the Auckland and Suburban Milk Vendors’ Association. The new price, which is now in operation, is 6d per quart, compared with 7d, which has been charged during, the winter. The prices of cream have also been reduced.

Just arrived—New season’s cotton goods, new Ginghams at 1/- and 1/6 yard, 30in. stripe Crepeline 1/6 yard, 36in Floral Crepones 1/11 yard. Tapestry Cushion Squares 1/6 each: View our window display of new goods. U. Smith Ltd. —Advt.

The Director-General of Agriculture has received information from the High Commissioner to the effect that despite the fapie which jersey cattle have attained throughout the world, a resident of Jersey told the Commissioner’s Office that people in the Island use New Zealand butter which is sold in every shop.j The local butter is said to be scarce and not very good.—Press Assn.

To Tennis players. Everything for the game just opened direct from the factory a parcel of Bussey’s Tennis Rackets, proclaimed to be absolutely the best racket made true to weight. We carry a large and comprehensive range of Tennis. Rackets. Call and see for yourself. Prices 25/-, 30/-, 32/6, 50/-. A. E. Kilgour, for Ten nis rackets.—Advt.

A meeting of ladies interested in the welfare of the Technical School was held on Thursday last and the following committee was formed to act in conjunction with the staff to promote an exhibition and sale of work: Mesdames W. H. Parfitt, A. J. Carr, W. Kyle, J. Button, W. Blair, R. T. Bush, V. Robin, Mitchell, L. Leahy and C. V. Ferriss. The exhibition is meant to cover all branches of the work of the School in evening, classes and in the Technical High School and manual classes, and it should give the parents and public a good idea of the activities of the more practical classes. As expense will be incurred in arranging the Exhibition, the ladies are arranging to make a pleasant afternoon and evening, an Afternoon Tea Room, _ Sweet Stall, Ice-Cream 'Stall, Produce and General Stall being provided in addition to the exhibition. in the evening the building will be electrically lighted, and the whole should provide a fine display.

The hotel to stay at when in Greymoutli is the'Royal, Clos'4’ fo thk Railway Station. First-class dining-room with every attention. Rooking Office for Newman’s Motor Service.—Advt.

“Talk about Aberdonians! They couldn’t live among you people!’’ quoth the chairman of the Bruce County Council (Mi” Jaspar Clark), when accusing opposing councillors of parochialism in regard to the Upkeep of. the main highways. /

Latest washing fabric.— Jaquard Morocain, 40-in wide, in self shades of rose, saxe, pale blue, gold, pink, mauve—a reliable dress material; price 2/11 yard.—McGruer’s, Greymouth, Reefton and' Hokitika.—Advt.

At a social gathering held in the vicinity of Stratford recently, a gentleman who had been called upon to respond to the toast of “The Ladies” expressed surprise that he should have been selected to do so (reports the local “Post”). The honour, lie maintained, had been sprung on him but he would do his best. He then produced a notebook and read the necessary speech 1 i

Just landed a shipment of the famous easy running Triumph Bicycles. These splendid machines are fitted with the very best equipment, including a special Oilbath Chain Case, English Dunlop Tyres, Brooks Saddle, Eadie Coaster, and everything that makes for a quality Bicycle. Call and inspect tiiem today at F. C. Waile . and Co.—Advt.

■ “The present materialistic age is one in which the adulteration of foods has been brought to a fine art,” declared Professor Murphy in his lecture at Gisborne. “Years ago adulteration was of such a poor character that it could be easily detected.' To-day you can buy jam without fruit, butter without cows, and,” he continued amidst laughter, “you can even get politicians without any fixed principles.” > .. •! -

Just opened exceptionally smart dress goods in 40iri Georgettes in stripes and checks .at 3/6 and 5/6 yard; 40in Cotton Marocains, stripes and checks 1/11 and 5/6 yard;' 40in Paisley Voiles, light and dark ground, 2/11 and 3/6 yard.; 40in striped figured Sliaritusso’3/3 to 6/6; 40in Luvisca, in plain cololrs and stripes ; 56in All Wooil Marocain and Gaberdines, in all the newest colours. —C. Smith Ltd., The House for Dress Goods.—Advt.

A new “industry” has apparently been established at Hokitika, judging from the statement made by Mr Perham at the Hokitika Borough Council meeting last week when ■ referring to the necessity of effecting repairs to the road to South Spit. He said, that the road was used by whitebaiters, the sawmillers, the dredging industry and the golf “industry.” The latter reference so appealed to the Council that they at once decided to spend £2O in repairs.

A shipment of the famous easy running Triumph Bicycles has just arrived. These are looked upon as the thoroughbred in the Cycling world, being built of the very finest materials by a. company with a reputation. A special feature is the Oilbath Chain Case. The equipment is of the best and includes Eadie Coaster, English Dunlop Tyres, Brooks Saddle, pump, tools etc. Call and inspect them at F. C. Wade and Co.—Advt.

The party of Timaru business men who have just returned from , a trip to D’Urville Island, report having had excellent sport fishing there, the best fishing being obtained by going out in motor launches. There were some wild pigs on the island, but they were difficult to get at. Though the island, is small, they found that it contains some of the best sheep country in New Zealand, and the sheep which they saw looked uncommonly well. One of the runholders there is Mr Hay ter, who formerly had a sheep rim at Albury. Th e party found the West Coast roads excellent ior motoring, the only bad stretches of road from Timaru to Nelson being between Timaru and Christchurch.

“A straw shows which way the wind blows,” and so it is that the constantly increasing sales of “Witton and Witton” pianos indicate the wonderful quality and character of this piano. The beauty of its tone, its responsiveness of touch and its artistic appearance combine in making an instant appeal. Make a point of getting full particulars of the “Witton and Witton” before you buy your new piano. It is the best piano proposition in the Dominion at the price £95. Full iron frame, overstrung under damper. Sold on easy terms, and fully guaranteed. A. E. Kilgour,, Westland Agent for. Chas. Begg and Co. Ltd. —Advt.

A new anaesthetic, known as “sominifere,” which is claimed to be far superior to any hitherto employed, is being used by Dr. Fredst, of the Hospital de la Nouvelle Pitie. In doses of 10 to 15 cubic centimetres, it is injected into the veins after previous injections of morphine or scopolamine. According to the account given the French Surgical Society, the resulting anaesthesia is complete, permitting the longest and most serious opera_tion. The patient remains plunged for 24 to 36 hours afterwards in a stupor from which, however, he can be aroused from time to time for food. There is no sickness and no ill effects of the liver and kidneys. It is said that surgeons believe the new method Is likely to become general.

Select your Gramophone needs at A. E. Kilgour’s. Comparison of value and costs brings every music lover to the conclusion that A. E. Kilgour’s is the place where to purchase, and in inviting you to compare quality and prices we have no fear as to your decision. Sold on easy terms. The “Grippa” portable machine £5; the “Camp Table” design £4 15s; “The Climax” £6 10s; “His Master’s Voice,” £6 10s, £9 ss, £lO 10s, £l2 10s. For those requiring a high grade phonograph the celebrated “Brunswick” £26 ss, £46, £57. The splendid “Cheney” Cabinet model, £3B. The latest records “Zonophone,” “His Master’s Voice,” “Brunswick.” Call and hear them played over. A. E. Kilgour, Piano, Gramophone and Music Dealer. — Advt.

Speaking at the Tie. Aro Advancement % Association, Mr A. P. Harper instanced the growing number of boards and bodies with rating powers. These bodies, he said, were apt to go in for a policy of expenditure which increalsed the burden of taxation. . In view of this tendency, it behoved everyone who had any stake in the country, especially business men, to take a practical interest in public life. “Take Wellington,” added Mr Harper. “Every other man that one talks to will criticise the City Council’s expenditure and allege wasteful methods and inefficiency.” • outside criticisms, oven if. waTTanteji, were of no use. What was increasingly necessary was that the best business heads in the country should -take a practical hand in politics on local bodies.”

The disclosure from bores of tbe im_ melisb ‘quafiiities J 6f .'cokl'bh (lib‘Dobson field proves the theories advanced by geologists 31 years ago. spectuses obtainable from all sharebrokers. Act promptly.— ie

A row of seven youths appeared before Mr J. W--■ Ppynton, S.M. at Auckland, charged with disturbing the audience in Mr /vVinship s picture theatre, Parnell./ recently. The boys apparently came in; together, and niade themselves objectionable- by calls aha remarks, acting as if they had “bought the theatre.” By way of a lesson, fjyys Magistrate fined each of them qn.& week’s wages, .but as they had preyioutsly held good characters, he ordered that their names be. suppressed.

Denison- Crepe Paper in thirty-two different shades of colour, at 1/3/ t/a roll may be had at B. Dixon’s, Tainiif Street. New stocks of knitting and crochet books for jumpers, dressjejs, and costumes for the adult, and books of all garments for the baby, girl, bpy or man. Send in for lists. Paper Baking cases, 100 in box, assorted cplours for lOd, at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street.—Advt.

When Taranaki local body representatives, who met at Eltham, were discussing the provisions of the proposed ?ifotor Vehicles Bill, it was mentioned that the Bill provided for the registration of all garages. Mr Green (Ejgmont County) inquired what would be the' position of a.man who kept his car under a pine tree. “That will help matters,”, said the association’s solicitor, “as ‘any stnicture, building or place’ is the wording of that particular portion of. the Bill. A jpiue tree would therefore be considered. bs a garage.” i

Useful lines you may want. Rubber stamp printing outfits for printing tickets, cards, etc, 1/-, 1/3, 1/6, 2/6, 4/6, 6/6 a set. Stamping Ink padsijn. all colours, 1/6, 2/6, 4/- each. Rubber stamps for dating, 1/6, 2/6. Letter clips, 3d, sd, 6d. Letter files, -.1/-, 1/6, 2/6, 3/3,. 4/-,.. 5/-. Fountain Ren ink, 1/-, 1/3; Fountain pen clips, '6a, 9d. Marking inks for linen, 1/-. Ink bottles: l/--,v'l/3/ ;l/6 : ,- 2/-. Ink. stands B/6. The .values are at ,B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street. —Advt. J

“There are two types of young men who are never likely to do very much, for themselves, dr • anyone else,” : remarked the Rev. Father Hilly at a lecture at Stratford. One was the “molly-coddle” type, who was so wrapped up in himself and so securely tied to the apron strings of his maternal parent that he just drifted into the only place in life he could successfully occupy, which was the existence of. a selfish old bachelor, who was quite friendless. The other was ilie “dandy” who spent so much time before the mirror that He had no time for anything else beyond whispering rubbish into the not unwilling ear of a giddy flapper! 1 .

New books for the artisan and mechanic. “Armature Winding,” by Moreton, 8/6; ‘ ‘Armature and Magnet Winding,” by Horstman, 7/-; “A Practical Course in Roof Framing,” by Gajasbeck, 6/6; “Modem Blacksmithing,” by Holstrom, 5/6; “Air Brakes,” by Ludy, 7/-; “Building Superintendence for Frame,. .Brick;7 and. . Stone Structure,”’ by [.Nichols, 8/6; “Carpentry,by Townsend, 6/6; “Sewers and Drains,” by Gray Ball. 6/6; “Hodgson’s Practical Bungalows and Cottages,” 4/6; “Modern American Homes,” by Holst, 8/6. Cash, with order, postage free, from B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street.—Advt.

Some of the socialistic ideas ,of mod- '■ ern reformers were ridiculed! by Professor Murphy in his lecture "at Gisborne on “The Present Discontent. ” At one stage he said: that socialism was not so much a desire for the betterment of humanity as a licking of one’s- chops in anticipation of what was coming to one;' (Laughter). T t,z > fallacy of the go-slow policy was illustrated by means of a story. A wellknown Wellington .contractor had taken' a trip abroad, and while in Egypt was shown the Pyramids. “It took 2000 years to build these,” said the guide. “Don’t I believe it,” replied the man from the windy city, “I've employed plenty of that land of labour mvself.” : i 1 !

Good news for gramophone owners. On and after this date practically all His Master’s Voice Celebrity gramophone records will be double-sided and sold at almost the same cost as the previous single-sided records. For instance, “Ave Maria” (Percy Kahn) and “Elegie” (Massenet) sung by Enrico Caruso, violin obligatos by Mascha Elman are on the same recofrd, and the price is only fifteen shillings (15/-). The price for these two items separately was twenty-seven shining# (27/-). This is a sample oi the wonderful value which we as accredited agents of the Gramophone Company,, are now offering /you. Our system for handling -records is the most complete in existence. It enables us to supply your requirements in the shortest possible space of time. Please call and investigate. The Bristol Piano Company, Ltd., Tainui Street, Greymouth, agents for “His Master’s Voice” gramophones and “Metronola” gramophones.—Advt.

The secretary of the New Zealand T.abour Party (Mr Nash) forwarded a letter to the Dunedin Returned Soldiers’ Association, which letter stated that at the last meeting of the resident executive of the New Zealand Labour Party, the following resolution was considered and endorsed :—“That the Parliamentary Labour group be usl- n 'J to use every endeavour to delete the death penalty from the articles of war and all regulations affecting the administration of the New Zealand Naval and Military Forces at Home or abroad, and all units or individuals permanently or irregularly attached; and that any court-martial sentence of over two years’ imprisonment should be subject to review by a civil court of law of the Dominion.” It was pointed out that' this was not a matter- which the Association would be wise in taking up, and the letter was received.